Nassau, Suffolk police: More security after Iowa shootings

Nassau and Suffolk police said Wednesday said they are taking enhanced security measures to protect their officers and residents after two police officers were fatally shot in separate ambush-style attacks in Iowa.

Both departments and the NYPD offered condolences to the families and colleagues of the slain officers.

In statements released Wednesday morning, the three departments said they were aware of the Iowa shootings and monitoring the situation.

Nassau said it was intensifying patrols near public gatherings as well as taking other security measures.